Head of Asset & Inventory Accounting

Swan Global Holdings Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Global Holdings Group in Doha, Qatar seeks an experienced Head of Fixed Assets and Inventory to lead asset accounting, inventory reconciliation, capex monitoring, and IFRS financial reporting in the healthcare sector.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in accounting, is qualified CA/CPA/CFA/MBA in Finance, and has 5+ years of supervisory experience in fixed assets and inventory, with strong ERP skills (Oracle or SAP) and GCC healthcare exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in accounting.
• CA / CPA / CFA / MBA in Finance.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in fixed assets and inventory management.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in the hospital/healthcare sector.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in GCC countries.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and fixed asset accounting standards.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental strategies, policies, procedures, and annual business plans in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capital expenditure monitoring, and accurate financial reporting in compliance with IFRS.
• Manage asset acquisition, tagging, physical verification, reconciliation, transfers, revaluation, disposal, and retirement.
• Review and approve depreciation reports, monthly asset reports, and fixed asset period-end closing activities.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation between financial accounting records and supply chain management systems.
• Coordinate annual and random physical inventory counts and ensure discrepancies are investigated and properly accounted for.
• Manage insurance-related activities for fixed assets and inventory, including policy documentation and tender processing.
• Supervise and develop team members, ensuring adequate staffing, performance monitoring, and effective task allocation.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure timely submission of required documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of all financial and asset records.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Fixed asset accounting

Inventory management

ERP systems (Oracle/SAP)

Asset capitalization & depreciation

Microsoft Excel/Office

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Education

CA / CPA / CFA / MBA in Finance

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Head of Fixed Assets and Inventory

Job Location: Doha,Qatar

Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Head of Fixed Assets and Inventory to lead and manage fixed asset accounting, inventory reconciliation, capital expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting within the healthcare sector. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, extensive accounting experience, and proven expertise in managing high-volume fixed assets and inventory through ERP systems in an IFRS environment.

Mandatory Requirements & Qualification:

• Overall Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in accounting.
• Education: CA / CPA / CFA / MBA in Finance.
• Supervisory Experience: Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in fixed assets and inventory management.
• Healthcare Experience: Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in the hospital/healthcare sector.
• GCC Experience: Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in GCC countries.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and fixed asset accounting standards.
• Proven experience managing high-volume fixed assets and inventory using ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Expertise in asset capitalization, depreciation, reconciliation, physical verification, transfers, disposal, and retirement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Mandatory Criteria: Candidates must meet all the specified experience requirements, including healthcare, GCC, and fixed assets/inventory supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement departmental strategies, policies, procedures, and annual business plans in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capital expenditure monitoring, and accurate financial reporting in compliance with IFRS.
• Manage asset acquisition, tagging, physical verification, reconciliation, transfers, revaluation, disposal, and retirement.
• Review and approve depreciation reports, monthly asset reports, and fixed asset period-end closing activities.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation between financial accounting records and supply chain management systems.
• Coordinate annual and random physical inventory counts and ensure discrepancies are investigated and properly accounted for.
• Manage insurance-related activities for fixed assets and inventory, including policy documentation and tender processing.
• Supervise and develop team members, ensuring adequate staffing, performance monitoring, and effective task allocation.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure timely submission of required documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of all financial and asset records.